Specialist, Docketing

1 week ago

Ottawa, Canada Borden Ladner Gervais LLP Full time

We are BLG: Canada’s Law Firm. Our culture is one of vigilance and curiosity, Firm-wide collaboration, unfailing mutual respect and dedication. We pride ourselves on having standout talent and delivering an exceptional client experience.

We are a future-minded Firm delivering high-value advice and known for our unwavering commitment to innovation, diversity and inclusion, community involvement and talent development. Learn more about us at


Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG) a leading, innovative and client-focused law firm in Canada is seeking the following:
Purpose of Role

You will be a key member of a dynamic and innovative group of lawyers, clerks and legal support staff, providing the highest level of service to our clients, while having the opportunity to cultivate your skills as part of our successful national Intellectual Property Group team, within Canada’s premier full-service law firm.

Right from the start, you will have access to exceptional opportunities, working with a supportive team focused on providing you with meaningful opportunities to tailor your career path in order to reach your full potential.

Key Responsibilities- Acts as primary contact for intake of new matters for the Intellectual Property team- Inputs new matters into the IP Practice Management system and dockets for relevant official deadlines- Reviews and assesses incoming correspondence for urgency and assigns priority- Acts as a team player within the Paraprofessional Services Group with overflow, urgent deadlines and back-up coverage- Assists with Paraprofessional related projects as assigned- Keeps up-to-date on changes in practice and procedural requirements

Key Competencies- A minimum of 3 years’ experience with relevant IP experience and knowledge- Paralegal, Law Clerk, or Legal Assistant Diploma an asset- Experience with IP docketing software- Knowledge of document management systems (iManage knowledge an asset), Microsoft Word, Outlook, Adobe, and Excel- Adaptable to dynamic priorities and deadlines, to best serve our clients’ business goals

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